Tag Archives: Consultants

Three Cheers For Contractors

Today is National Freelancers Day, a day to recognise the contribution freelancers, consultants and contractors make to the UK economy so here’s to you, let’s celebrate your achievements. As part of the celebrations, the PCG who launched National Freelancers Day … Continue reading

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Contractor Rates Slide by 8%

It has been widely reported recently  that demand for freelancers, contractors and consultants is on the increase but coupled with this increase in demand, there has also been a fall in the contract rate. A survey by Skillfair has revealed … Continue reading

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Nurture Your Client Base To Avoid Project Gaps

Rahul Nag, a freelance business consultant recently wrote an article which featured in the PCG’s monthly Freelancing Matters publication. He offered advice on avoiding gaps between projects by simply looking after and nurturing your existing client base. In Rahul’s seven … Continue reading

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Contractors Lose Out If Firms Choose To Outsource

The latest Labour Market Outlook survey by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has revealed that firms are increasingly looking to outsource jobs overseas, thus affecting those in the UK looking for permanent and contract work. 10% of … Continue reading

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PCG Launches Britain’s Brain Gain

In a bid to highlight freelancers and their contribution to the UK economy, the PCG have launched a national advertising campaign, called ‘Britain’s Brain Gain’. There are 1.4 million talented freelancers, contractors and consultants that contribute £82 billion to our … Continue reading

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PCG’s National Freelancers Day – 23rd November 2009

In a drive to gain wider recognition for the contribution that freelancers, consultants and contractors make to the UK economy, The Professional Contractors Group has declared 23rd November as National Freelancers Day. The PCG wants Freelancers and Contractors to be … Continue reading

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